2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Because 2004 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dacia Logan (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
